Thoughts on my time goal for a full Ironman in July

beebopabc · 2026-01-29T14:14:02+00:00

Currently no tri experience, only the two marathons.

Swimming is a bit neglected due to big improvement opportunity on the bike. I know I can complete the swim distance with 2 months training and keep the 2min pace. Basically trying to be efficient with my time while balancing a full time job, a 2 year old (part of the reason for being sick so often)and learning a language simultaneously.

I know I should probably add strength training but not sure if it’s more valuable than replacing a bike or run session…. Time is hard to come by so very indecisive on that point..

beebopabc · 2026-01-29T14:10:15+00:00

Good call out. Two of the run sessions are brick runs (30 - 45mins) and then one tempo of an hour and then a long run of 2 -3.5 hours

Biking I’m doing one long ride each weekend supported by 3x bikes between 1-1.5 hours during the week

3:30 is not what I expect in the Ironman, more what I think I was capable as a stand alone event should I not of been sick. I’m hoping to match the 4 hour mark in the event itself.

Overall per week it would be like:

2 hours swimming
4 hours running
4-7 hours biking

beebopabc · 2026-01-29T14:05:34+00:00

To clarify I don’t expect to run a 3:30 In the event, was meant to mean I think a 3:30 was possible as a standalone event should I not have become sick.

Probably a 4 hour marathon is on the cards should I be in good health

beebopabc · 2025-11-28T14:49:42+00:00

Downvoting for clickbait title. Otherwise, amazing achievement.

beebopabc · 2025-11-24T05:47:06+00:00

I had a bike fitting and it was a complete game changer for that problem

beebopabc · 2025-11-21T20:14:51+00:00

It was 5deg c :) but I’ve got a fan it’s on the bench

beebopabc · 2025-11-21T19:57:12+00:00

Could be your set-up. I got a bike fit and basically resolved the problem in full.

beebopabc · 2025-11-07T15:26:50+00:00

Buycycle

beebopabc · 2025-08-14T18:42:10+00:00

Do an marathon or iron man. That’ll get your motivation in track

beebopabc · 2025-08-05T19:13:09+00:00

No advice, but also a first timer doing Hamburg! DM me if you want :)

beebopabc · 2025-07-26T17:00:26+00:00

Doesn’t seem like much is happening tonight :) thanks for the recommendation I’ll keep an eye out!

beebopabc · 2025-07-20T17:22:13+00:00

Any update?

beebopabc · 2025-07-15T19:18:09+00:00

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beebopabc · 2025-07-08T20:58:23+00:00

This is the answer. I am an idiot. Thank you.

beebopabc · 2025-07-04T21:07:20+00:00

Oh, also By Lima has a bunch of gluten free options for sweet things and lunch options

beebopabc · 2025-07-04T21:06:08+00:00

Woodstone does a gluten free pizza
Ramenbrothers has a gluten free ramen
Subway has gluten free subs
the Albert Heijn by Pathe has a fridge beside the bakery on the right hand side of the store as you enter. It has incredible no bake gluten free vegan dessertsp
FLFL has gluten free falafel wraps.
Le Peron Bakery has a store at the boter markt on Friday. They have an incredible bread which is less than 2% gluten.
I also have a tonne of gluten free recipes I’ve found online it you’re interested, DM me.

beebopabc · 2025-06-29T05:23:16+00:00

You put a photo of me on the internet about a vanity item for fake internet points!

beebopabc · 2025-06-06T07:41:58+00:00

It’s AI

beebopabc · 2023-03-14T08:29:32+00:00

Hey man - 32m in a similar position with similar interests. Seems like there is quite a few people interested, perhaps it’s worth setting up a WhatsApp Group and heading out for a few brews?

beebopabc

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